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Is It Advisable For A 10 Year Old To Run Four Miles?

My son is 10 and goes on 3-4 mile runs with me a couple times a week. He does not get winded, and has incredible endurance. Is this ok? Some people have told me it is not good for him. Obviously if he complained of pain or exhaustion I would not let him. He loves it!
Wed, 15 Feb 2017
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Dear parent, I understand your concerns but running and swimming are of the most beneficial activities children can benefit from. running improves the circulation , the heart functions , the respiratory functions and muscle power. however you need to pay a special attention to water and electrolyte balance . this means that swearing a lot makes the child losses water and electrolytes . you need to replace these lost elements. keep him hydrated adequetly with water and juices to compensate
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Is It Advisable For A 10 Year Old To Run Four Miles?

Dear parent, I understand your concerns but running and swimming are of the most beneficial activities children can benefit from. running improves the circulation , the heart functions , the respiratory functions and muscle power. however you need to pay a special attention to water and electrolyte balance . this means that swearing a lot makes the child losses water and electrolytes . you need to replace these lost elements. keep him hydrated adequetly with water and juices to compensate